Find Your Way
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Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's busy
Too busy to come to the phone'
Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's tryin'
To start a new life of her own'
Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's happy
So why don't you leave her alone?'

And the operator says, '40 cents more for the next 3 minutes'
Please Mrs. Avery, I just gotta talk to her
I'll only keep her a while
Please Mrs. Avery, I just wanna tell 'er goodbye

Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's packin'
She's gonna be leavin' today'
Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's marryin'
A fella down Galveston way'
Sylvia's mother says, 'Please don't say nothin'
To make her start cryin' and stay'

And the operator says, '40 cents more for the next 3 minutes'
Please Mrs. Avery, I just gotta talk to her
I'll only keep her a while
Please Mrs. Avery, I just wanna tell 'er goodbye

Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's hurryin'
She's catchin' the nine o'clock train'
Sylvia's mother says, 'Take your umbrella
Cause Sylvie, it's startin' to rain'
And Sylvia's mother says, 'Thank you for callin'
And, sir, won't you call back again?'

And the operator says, '40 cents more for the next 3 minutes'
Please Mrs. Avery, I just gotta talk to her
I'll only keep her a while
Please Mrs. Avery, I just wanna tell 'er goodbye

Tell her goodbye





Please
Tell her goodbye

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Players' song "Find Your Way" depict a conversation between the vocalist and Sylvia's mother, who is relaying messages from her daughter. Sylvia's mother informs the vocalist that Sylvia is too busy to speak and is starting a new life. However, the vocalist insists on speaking to Sylvia, saying we will only keep her for a short time to say goodbye. Sylvia's mother also informs the vocalist that Sylvia is getting married and leaving on a train. However, the mother asks the vocalist not to say anything that will make Sylvia cry and stay. The song's message may be about accepting change and understanding that people must find their way in life.


The song was released in 1972 and became a hit, reaching number five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was written by Shel Silverstein, who is also known for writing children's books such as "The Giving Tree" and "Where the Sidewalk Ends." In addition to Players, many other artists have covered the song, including Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show and Bon Jovi.


Line by Line Meaning

Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's busy
Sylvia's mother is informing the caller that Sylvia is busy and can't come to the phone.


Too busy to come to the phone'
Sylvia is engaged in activities that are keeping her occupied and unable to answer the phone.


Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's tryin'
Sylvia's mother is telling the caller that Sylvia is trying to create a new life that is entirely her own.


To start a new life of her own'
Sylvia is attempting to build a new lifestyle that is independent of her past endeavors.


Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's happy
Sylvia's mother asserts that Sylvia is content and pleased with her present situation.


So why don't you leave her alone?'
Sylvia's mother is questioning why the caller can't let Sylvia carry on with her newfound happiness.


And the operator says, '40 cents more for the next 3 minutes'
The operator informs the caller that there is an additional charge for continuing the conversation.


Please Mrs. Avery, I just gotta talk to her
The caller requests to talk to Sylvia despite the added fee.


I'll only keep her a while
The caller promises not to keep Sylvia on the line for too long.


Please Mrs. Avery, I just wanna tell 'er goodbye
The caller desires only to say farewell to Sylvia before she leaves.


Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's packin'
Sylvia's mother informed the caller that Sylvia is currently packing her belongings.


She's gonna be leavin' today'
Sylvia is departing today.


Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's marryin'
Sylvia's mother states that Sylvia is marrying.


A fella down Galveston way'
Sylvia is marrying a man who resides in Galveston.


Sylvia's mother says, 'Please don't say nothin'
Sylvia's mother implores the caller not to say anything that might cause her daughter to become upset and stay.


To make her start cryin' and stay'
Sylvia's mother does not want the caller to make her daughter cry, which would keep her also from leaving.


Sylvia's mother says, 'Sylvia's hurryin'
Sylvia's mother states that Sylvia is rushing.


She's catchin' the nine o'clock train'
Sylvia is going to board the 9 o'clock train.


Sylvia's mother says, 'Take your umbrella
Sylvia's mother advises the caller to bring their umbrella since it's starting to rain.


Cause Sylvie, it's startin' to rain'
Sylvia's mother is informing the caller that it's raining and to be prepared for it.


And Sylvia's mother says, 'Thank you for callin'
Sylvia's mother is expressing gratitude for the caller's call.


And, sir, won't you call back again?'
Sylvia's mother wants the caller to call again in the future.


Tell her goodbye'
The caller wants to tell Sylvia farewell before she departs.


Please
The caller requests that Sylvia's mother lets them say goodbye.


Tell her goodbye
The caller wishes to say goodbye to Sylvia before she leaves.




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